Match Details:
The 49th match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2020-21 season will be played between Melbourne Renegades and Brisbane Heat at the Dockland Stadium in Melbourne.
This match will start at 10:35 AM IST (04:05 PM local time). It will be live on Sony Sports Network and live streaming is available on Sony LIV.
Preview:
While we have reached the climax of the league phase of BBL 2020-21, it is still unclear as to which four teams will clash in the playoffs. Barring two teams, which includes the table-toppers and last-benchers, the fortunes of six teams are still hanging in the balance.
One of those six teams in Brisbane Heat, who perhaps have the lowest chances of making it to the playoffs from those six. However, if they win their last two games and the other results go in their favour, we might as well see Lynn & Co. rocking it in the playoffs. As for Melbourne Renegades, they are out of the contention are currently playing party-spoilers for some teams and messiah for others.
MRE vs BRH Weather Report for Match 49:
Despite being overcast, there are only 10% chances of rain at Melbourne tomorrow. The temperature will be at a pleasant 24 °C.
Pitch Report:
The Docklands Stadium will be a happy hunting ground for the batsmen, as a team shouldn’t break much sweat to score over 160 here. However, batting will be slightly more difficult in the second innings.
Average first innings score:
170 (3 BBL 2020-21 matches played at the venue)
Record of the chasing teams
Won – 1, Lost – 2, Tie – 0
Injury & Availability News:
Kane Richardson is doubtful for this game because of injury concerns. Marcus Harris has returned from national duties, but his availability has not been confirmed by the Renegades yet.
MRE vs BRH Today’s Probable Playing XIs:
Melbourne Renegades:
Aaron Finch (C), Sam Harper (WK), Jake Fraser-McGurk, Mackenzie Harvey, Beau Webster, Peter Hatzoglou, Imad Wasim, Jack Prestwidge, Shaun Marsh. Zak Evans, Josh Lalor.
Bench:
Rilee Rossouw, Will Sutherland, Benny Howell, Cameron Boyce, Kane Richardson, Noor Ahmad, Mitchell Perry, Jon Holland, Brody Couch.
Brisbane Heat:
Joe Denly, Marnus Labuschagne, Chris Lynn (C), Jack Wildermuth, Joe Burns, Lewis Gregory, Jimmy Peirson (WK), Mitch Swepson, Mark Steketee, Xavier Bartlett, Morne Morkel.
Bench:
Matthew Kuhnemann, James Bazley, Sam Heazlett, Max Bryant, Tom Cooper, Jack Wood, Ben Laughlin, Simon Milenko, Lachlan Pfeffer.
MRE vs BRH Top Picks for Today’s 11Wickets Match:
Marnus Labuschagne had a good comeback in the blue jersey of Brisbane, as he scored 28 runs and scalped 2 wickets in the last game.
Weather Chris Lynn has been an effective captain or not calls for another debate, but there can be no debate on how influential he has been as a batsman. The destructive opener has scored 317 runs at a strike rate of nearly 150.
Shaun Marsh might not get a look in at the Australian squad at this moment, buts performances for Renegades show that the veteran is still a lethal asset for any team. He has scored 274 runs.
As for Melbourne Renegades’ bowling department, Peter Hatzoglou has been quite a find. He has picked up 15 wickets and has an economy rate of under 9 runs per over.
Xavier Bartlett can be another good budget option from the bowlers. He has scalped 10 wickets and has an economy rate of 8 runs per over.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – Shaun Marsh, Chris Lynn
Vice-Captain Options – Marnus Labuschagne, Jack Wildermuth
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for MRE vs BRH 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Sam Harper
Batsmen – Chris Lynn (C), Shaun Marsh, Marnus Labuschagne, Aaron Finch
All-Rounders – Jack Wildermuth (VC), Lewis Gregory, Imad Wasim
Bowlers – Peter Hatzoglou, Mark Steketee, Xavier Bartlett
12th Man – Jimmy Peirson
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for MRE vs BRH 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Jimmy Peirson
Batsmen – Chris Lynn, Marnus Labuschagne (VC), Shaun Marsh (C), Mackenzie Harvey
All-Rounders – Jack Wildermuth, Jack Prestwidge, Lewis Gregory
Bowlers – Mark Steketee, Morne Morkel, Josh Lalor
12th Man – Sam Harper
Expert Advice:
Sam Harper has scored 275 runs at an average of 25 and a strike rate of over 115. Having scored 2 half-centuries, Harper should get a place in any one of your 11Wickets Fantasy teams.
Today’s MRE vs BRH Probable Winners:
Brisbane Heat are expected to win this match.
